Greek silversmith Sotirios Voulgaris arrived in Rome in 1881 and set up his own shop there in 1884, calling it Bulgari, an Italianization of his last name (in the brand's logo, it's styled BVLGARI, using the classical Latin alphabet in a nod to ancient Roman culture). In 1905, he opened the company’s flagship boutique on Rome’s Via dei Condotti. Since then, Bulgari has looked to Rome as a source of reference for its fanciful and decidedly romantic designs for necklaces, bracelets, earrings and other accessories.
Although the iconic jewelry house found success with its silverwork and Art Deco designs, popular through the 1920s, Bulgari’s signature style — bold, often using yellow gold embellished with big colorful gemstones — began to emerge when Sotirios’s sons inherited the business, in 1932.
The brand truly hit its stride in the dolce vita era of the 1950s and ’60s, when the founder’s grandsons Paolo, Gianni and Nicola Bulgari decisively departed from demure traditional styles to develop the house’s exuberant multi-gem looks, attracting celebrity collectors like Elizabeth Taylor.
In the 1940s, Bulgari debuted perhaps its most famous design, the Serpenti bracelet watch. The piece’s snakelike coils were made possible by the tubogas jewelry technique, which links a flexible series of thin horizontal bands. Both the sleek, modern tubogas construction and the sinuous snake motif continue to be synonymous with the Bulgari brand.
On 1stDibs, the collection of vintage Bulgari jewelry includes rings, pendant necklaces, watches and other accessories.
Bvlgari 18K White Gold B.Zero1 Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
We guarantee this is an authentic BVLGARI 18K White Gold B.Zero1 Pendant Necklace or 100% of your money back. The necklace is crafted of 18 karat white gold and features the iconic B...
18k Gold, White Gold
$2,695Sale Price|20% Off
BVLGARI B.Zero1 Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in New Orleans, LA
This iconic BVLGARI B.Zero1 necklace embodies the perfect blend of timeless design and modern aesthetics. Crafted in 18K white gold, the pendant features the signature circular form ...
White Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the bold architectural lines and contemporary elegance that define the iconic B.Zero1 collection, this exquisite Bvlgari pendant necklace is a timeless expression of mode...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari 18ct White Gold B.Zero1 Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Bulgari 18ct White Gold B.zero1 Necklace Product Details Xupes Ref: J1280 Brand: Bulgari Model: B.zero1 Necklace Type: Pendant RRP: £3,840 Material(s): 18ct White Gold Specificatio...
White Gold
Bvlgari Parentesi Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct white gold necklace from the luxury jewellery designer Bvlgari. This iconic rounded pendant has been crafted to feature a consistent open design around the entir...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
BULGARI Milano Bvlgari-Bvlgari Pendant Necklace 18Kt White Gold and VS Diamonds
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
A Bvlgari-Bvlgari necklace chain designed by Bvlgari. This is a beautiful contemporary necklace-chain created in Italy by the jewelry house of Bvlgari, back in the 2000's. The neck...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Bvlgari 18k White Gold Rolo Link Adjustable Chain Necklace 19"
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Bvlgari Material: 18k white gold Hallmarks: Bvlgari 750 Design: Adjustable polished rolo link chain necklace Necklace Length: Approximately 19" Measurements: Links approx...
18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari/Bvlgari Pareutesi white gold necklace 18k
By Bulgari
Located in Berlin, BE
This stunning necklace from the prestigious Bulgari/Bvlgari brand exudes strength, elegance and vitality. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this masterpiece seamlessly ble...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
BVLGARI Parentesi Necklace 18K White Gold 750
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
*BVLGARI Parantesi Necklace -Material 18K White Gold -Condition: Mint *Necklace Dimension: -Chain Length: 148'' long -Adjustable:15'' 16'' 17'' 18'' Long *Pendant: Wide 14.8mm X L 8...
18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Bvlgari 18K White Gold Diamond Necklace BV02-060426
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari Bvlgari necklace exudes timeless luxury. Circular accents are elevated by the brand name around the perimeter. Sparkling inset Diamonds provide additional elegance. Craf...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Vintage 18K Yellow & White Gold Interlocking Double Band Ring Sz 7
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A captivating Cartier Vintage Double Band Ring, embodying timeless elegance. Crafted in France circa 1994, this ring features two substantial interlocking bands, one in 18k yellow g...
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Jewelry historian Vanessa Cron combed 1stDibs and selected some dazzling pieces with timeless appeal.
From Elizabeth Taylor to Zendaya, the Serpenti has been the accessory of choice for generations of it girls.
